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I live in a town where the city neglected the sewer main by my house, causing sewage to flood into my finished basement. A plumber confirmed that the issue was solely the city's responsibility, and the city was fixing the problem in a neighbor's yard when the plumber verified with them... View More 
answered on Mar 19, 2025
I disagree with your strategy. A far better course of action is to file a claim with your insurance company. If the insurance company wants to pursue a claim against the City of Hobart, that is their prerogative. BE CAREFUL!!! you cannot sue a municipal entity unless you file a tort claims... View More
I am the sole legal representative and administrator of my deceased father's estate, which includes lands held by my family for generations. A woman falsely claimed to be married to my father to gain inheritance rights, supported by what I believe are invalid legal documents. Furthermore,... View More
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answered on Mar 18, 2025
If you are the administrator with letters then you are not doing your job. Do you have an attorney? Apparently your lawyer is going to need to file various actions in various Counties for ejectment, quiet title, unlawful detainer and/or conversion of mineral proceeds. Many SOLs apply and are... View More
I am looking to sue the Utica Police Department and the apartment complex where I live due to their handling of an emergency vacate order related to my ex-boyfriend, who was abusive. The emergency vacate order, obtained through family court, clearly states he must vacate immediately. However, the... View More
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answered on Mar 16, 2025
I’m very sorry to hear about this terrifying and dangerous situation. You have every right to seek legal accountability for what happened, especially given the serious failures by both law enforcement and your apartment complex. There are potential legal claims that could be pursued against both... View More
I live in a town that recently installed new water meters without resident input. After the installation, my underground water line cracked, resulting in a continuous leak of 2-3 gallons of water every hour, and the estimated repair cost is $4,000. A plumber suggested the crack was due to excessive... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
The issue is one of sovereign immunity. Ohio Revised Code 2744.02 says that political subdivisions are liable for negligence of their employees in caring out governmental proprietary functions. The political subdivision is immune from liability in caring out its governmental functions. I would... View More
I was granted leave to amend my complaint to add additional defendants, who are all part of the same entity but under different names. I served these additional defendants recently and will be e-filing the amended complaint. I haven't received specific instructions or deadlines from the court,... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
Under CPLR § 3012(a), service of an answer is to be made within twenty (20) days of service of the pleading to which it responds, in your case the Amended Complaint. https://law.justia.com/codes/new-york/cvp/article-30/3012/
I was granted leave to amend my complaint to add additional defendants, who are all part of the same entity but under different names. I served these additional defendants recently and will be e-filing the amended complaint. I haven't received specific instructions or deadlines from the court,... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
I should add that if the new defendants are not personally served with the Amended Complaint, they will have thirty (30) days in which to file an Answer. Would depend on whether counsel for the existing defendants is willing to accept service on behalf of the new defendants.
I'm experiencing issues with my HOA as they are ignoring my requests to update owner records and tenant dispute resolutions. I've tried communicating with them to update these legal documents, but they haven't responded. I've documented my communications, but the disputes with... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
It depends on what owner records you are trying to update and if you are the owner on the deed. More information is needed to provide you advice. Generally, in the community association industry, family members attempt to update information for elderly parents or other relatives and the HOA and... View More
I have an issue regarding a bond between two counties in Florida. An inmate was arrested in Hillsborough County (County B) on a warrant from Polk County (County A) and has been transported to County A. I paid her bond in County B, but County A has rejected the bond, preventing her from proceeding... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
Now that the person has been moved to Polk County this has become a Polk County issue solely. If you have hired a criminal lawyer for this person they will need to file a motion in Polk County to seek to have any conditions of bond amended. To be honest I'm quite surprised to Hillsborough... View More
I filed a stay on a writ of possession in a foreclosure case yesterday, and today I checked the portal, which indicates my foreclosure case has been reopened. I have not received direct confirmation that the stay has been granted. I filed the stay based on the violation of the maxim of commercial... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2025
If this was an eviction rather than a foreclosure, No. It just means the file was reopened. It is possible the request may be denied by a Judge without a hearing if there was no sufficient basis alleged. The Judge may schedule an emergency hearing if you did not request a hearing and pay the... View More
I am an environmental officer in Columbia, SC, and have been on child support for my son, who is now 19. During the time when I missed payments, I underwent three knee surgeries and applied for disability, which affected my ability to pay. My doctor sent medical documentation to the DSS, yet the... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2025
Unfortunately, you cannot generally modify an arrears amount. If the party that is owed it still wants it, you can't modify. Each county is different, but I'm surprised they're actively threatening jail if you are making payments. If there is a threat of contempt of court, then you... View More
I need help understanding how charges of terroristic threats against my husband can be dropped. He has severe medical issues affecting his mental state. He was admitted to UTMB with septic emboli and other complications. He left the hospital while paranoid and irrational, and after being found in a... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
Your husband is facing current legal issues regarding the terroristic threat-- it sounds like charges have been filed against him and a warrant has issued for his arrest. Those legal issues need to be handled by a criminal defense attorney because there are overwhelming credibility concerns at play... View More
I am representing myself in a civil case involving a state university over the handling of cadavers and disputing their claim of immunity. A new piece of evidence was discovered after the appellate court's decision, and the case has now been forwarded to the Texas Supreme Court. I am seeking a... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
No.
Internally, a petition is held in the Clerk's office for a minimum of 30 days before being forwarded to the justices, primarily to see if the other party files a response (which rarely happens).
After being forwarded to the justices, a petition will not be dismissed until... View More
My bank account was garnished due to state taxes, and I have received written notice about this action. I have not yet contacted the tax authority about this specific garnishment, and I have other unpaid taxes with the state. Can I request them to unfreeze my account and set up an installment plan... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2025
You should contact a bankruptcy lawyer for advice about filing Chapter 13 (I assume this is personal income tax). You may get a longer time to pay if you file bankruptcy, and you may actually get back the funds if you file quickly.
In my experience, the State of NC will not lift the... View More
I am on probation in Waco, Texas. My probation officer calls instead of knocking on the door for verification of my presence at home. There have been times when I did not hear the phone – once while in the shower and another time while sleeping – which led to consequences. Is this form of... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2025
Your PO can call you anytime. They can check on you every day if they feel it is necessary to do so. Most people on probation would prefer a call instead of a home visit.
If you think the calls will continue, then I suggest you get a phone with a loud ringer and vibrator. There is also a... View More
I plan to protest at a Target store tomorrow morning on public property. I've attempted to notify local authorities but haven't received a response yet. I am aware of private property laws and expect to be the only participant. What are my rights and limits in this situation?
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answered on Mar 5, 2025
If you are going alone, I would bring a video camera.
Your only concern is trespassing. If you protest in the form of "picketing" you can do so all you want. The key is to keep moving. As long as you keep moving, you can protest, carry signs, yell-out your grievances, and ask for... View More
I plan to protest at a Target store tomorrow morning on public property. I've attempted to notify local authorities but haven't received a response yet. I am aware of private property laws and expect to be the only participant. What are my rights and limits in this situation?
answered on Mar 6, 2025
Many cities require special permits to protest. "Attempting to notify local authorities" is not usually sufficient. Usually, you must complete a form and submit it in advance of the planned protest and receive the permit. With the appropriate permit, you can protest on a public... View More
I have a family member who is wheelchair-bound and incapable of basic self-care. Currently, I have medical power of attorney for them. They have been discharged from two assisted living facilities due to the level of care needed and have had multiple ER visits and lengthy hospital stays. There are... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2025
Unfortunately, the state cannot grant a power of attorney of any type. If you are the agent under the healthcare power of attorney and that family member is incapable of making decisions for themselves, then you are the shot-caller at the present time. The real issue is about finances.... View More
I purchased my home in Michigan 3 years ago, and there is a utility pole 16 feet onto my property from the end of the public right-of-way. The utility company refuses to relocate the pole, citing its presence before my purchase and an old court precedent. I have contacted the Michigan attorney... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2025
Your attorney will need to review the easement rights of the utility company further. The easement language will control. If this pole was placed there without permission and it is on your property, then you may have to file an action with the court to have it removed.
I believe the City of Shamrock is using unlawful tactics to obtain my two properties through city liens. Initially, they trespassed on my properties to inspect building conditions. After confronting them about this illegal trespassing, they returned with an Administrative Search Warrant for one... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2025
You need to get a lawyer in between your property and the city.
In any event, you can always ask for an extension of time in all of the proceedings that involve your property.
Using a search warrant for two locations sounds illegal. If you have a copy, I would like to see it.... View More
I am part of a Florida HOA that is currently undergoing the revitalization of our expired covenants. Given our previous experience with electronic signatures, the board prefers to use Docusign to obtain homeowner consent for revitalization. Can we legally use Docusign for 1,912 homeowners to sign... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2025
Revitalization is a very technical process and the HOA should have lawyer who is well versed in the Marketable Record Title Act to review and guide you through the process. It's not really a do-it-yourself project and I have seen associations make major mistakes that even though it did not... View More
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